Ray O Brien

Ray O'Brien is a Senior Director of Procurement at ICON plc, where they are responsible for the Process & Infrastructure team and vendor risk management. Previously, Ray held multiple positions at ICON plc, including Senior Manager in Client Contract Services and Senior Manager in Procurement, where they led teams and implemented significant process improvements. Ray served as Chairman of the Higher Education GAA Council, overseeing Gaelic Football and Hurling competitions, and worked as a Gaelic Games Development Officer while earning a Doctorate in Chemistry from Trinity College Dublin. In addition to their extensive experience in procurement and contract management, Ray's background also includes roles in sales and client relations within the clinical research industry.